While operating a small home remodeling company, I can't tell you how many times I've been called, submitted a bid, got turned down, and then got called back to fix the mess that the "low bid guy" left behind.
It's not just me; it's all too common. Ask any legitimate tailgate carpenter or handyman. It is natural that people will seek out a bargain (just look at the whole Black Friday thing), but there are times in life when you should not be cutting corners.
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We have a huge problem here in my area with two "problem children" home improvement contractors. First, the illegal alien community who can wield a hammer, but you don't want him installing crown molding in your living room.
The second problem child is the "storm chaser" types. This is hurricane territory so when a calamity happens, there is a LOT of work needing to be done. These guys roam the gulf states picking up the pieces.
I'm not saying they are all bad craftsmen because they are not. There are some superb journeymen (or women) out there. The problems are that they don't have an anchor company that can honor a warrantee and if something goes wrong down the road, you're hosed.
Just saying, beware and protect yourself.
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